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Elmasonic Med
Ultrasound noise emissions
Working with ultrasonic cleaning units for longer periods of time can damage your hearing.
• Use the lid or wear personal ear protection when working on ultrasonic units.
• Pregnant women must not be subjected to the noise emissions for longer periods of time.
• Keep animals away from the vicinity of ultrasonic devices.
Electromagnetic radiation
• No binding statement can be made for persons with active medical implants, such as pacemakers or
implanted defibrillators. A binding statement can only be made for specific workstations and in
consultation with the implant manufacturer.
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Use of cleaning agents
A cleaning agent can be added to the liquid in the tank to improve the cleaning results.
If using cleaning agents, observe and apply the instructions stated in the safety data sheet and product
information.
Also observe the following information:
4.1
Permissible cleaning agents
1. Only use aqueous cleaning agents for ultrasonic cleaning.
2. Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for ultrasonic cleaning.
Elma provides a wide range of aqueous cleaning agents developed in-house that are optimised for
ultrasonic cleaning.
A list of Elma cleaning agents can be found here:
https://www.elma-ultrasonic.com/en/products/cleaning-chemistry/
4.2
Cleaning agents
Use of aggressive, corrosive cleaning agents:
Aggressive, corrosive cleaning agents can cause severe chemical burns if they come into contact with
eyes or skin. Insufficient ventilation can result in severe chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
• Before using any cleaning agents, read the safety data sheet and product information and observe
and apply the instructions.
• Where necessary, install an effective extractor system for the emitted vapours (e.g. at higher
temperatures) and regularly check that the extractor system is working correctly.
• Never reach into the tank when filled with cleaning agent.
• Wear suitable protective equipment in line with the safety data sheet.
Danger of fire or explosion when using combustible cleaning agents
Ultrasound and heat increase the evaporation of liquids and form extremely fine mists that readily ignite
on contact with sources of ignition. This can result in severe burns or death.
• Do not use cleaning agents that are labelled with the pictograms GHS01 (explosive), GHS02
(flammable) or GHS03 (oxidising) in line with the CLP regulation (EC no. 1272/2008). Do not use
cleaning agents that have a flashpoint.
• If necessary, clarify the cleaning agents that can be used by consulting the manufacturer or supplier.
